Monthly Archives: January 2016

Lontar

Posted on 23/01/2016 by ronald972

Unless you have been to Bali or Indonesia one most likely has not come across a #lontar.  A lontar is made of palm leaves which have been dried and smoked.  Due to dampness, insect activity, mould, and fragility lontars needed … Continue reading →

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King’s College, Cambridge

Posted on 20/01/2016 by ronald972

Just down the road is one of the most prestigious colleges in the world.  King’s College, Cambridge has for centuries had a reputation for excellence.  It is, also, due to it’s architecture and chapel, a favourite with artists of all … Continue reading →

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Byron Harmon Photographer

Posted on 16/01/2016 by ronald972

I came across two pieces of Canadiana this past week which hve travelled 7000 km (4400 mi), around 80 years, and is in part about a man with an almost impossible goal.  A man who had a huge effect on photography … Continue reading →

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Edith E. Strutton

Posted on 06/01/2016 by ronald972

I am always pleased when I find pieces which have been created by female artists for I know that in years past those artists might possibly not have received the deserved credit or accolades for their work.  So to slightly tip … Continue reading →

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Claus Hoie

Posted on 01/01/2016 by ronald972

#ClausHoie (1911-2007) was born in Stavanger, Norway and emigrated to the United States with his family when he was 12 years old.  Coming from a family of seafarers, the sea was also in Claus’s blood and he went to sea … Continue reading →

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